With the release of the “Friday the 13th: From Crystal Lake To Manhattan” DVD box set, genre aficionados finally have a definitive collection of the most flawed but fantastic horror franchise in film history.

In my years as a columnist, I have attempted many differing approaches to my craft. Some of them have worked better than others, and some haven’t worked at all. But with that spirit of unyielding experimentation, this week. I am going to attempt something I have never done before.

The cover spread on this month’s issue of Rolling Stone is quite impressive indeed. Certified rock legends stand side by side, glaring stoically at the photographer, a large American flag sprawled behind them.